Lead Graphic Designer

Amazon.com, Inc; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational technology company is looking for a Lead Graphic Designer to join their Creative Services Team. This role focuses on creating engaging visual content for communication campaigns that will reach employees across Europe and beyond. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design and several years of experience in branding and design systems. Proficiency in design software like Adobe Creative Suite is essential, along with excellent communication skills to articulate design concepts to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in design with knowledge of branding and corporate identity.
• Few years of professional graphic design experience focusing on branding.
• Exceptional portfolio showcasing branding projects and design systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the visual design process for communication campaigns.
• Design graphics, layouts, illustrations, and other elements.
• Work with internal communications team to create compelling content.

Skills

Graphic design

Branding guidelines

Visual communication

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

PowerPoint

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

While the Lead Graphic Designer will focus their work on the European audience, they will also have the opportunity to regularly Think Big and create visual assets and systems that are used in global campaigns.

About the team: Operations Internal Communications is a team of 100+ communicators sharing news updates, need-to-know information, and pride-building storytelling with more than 1.2 million+ Amazon Operations managers and associates across the world.

Responsibilities

• Lead the visual design process from concept to completion for communication campaigns, branding initiatives, product launches, and more
• Design eye-catching graphics, layouts, illustrations, iconography, and other visual elements that elevate the Amazon brand
• Work collaboratively with the internal communications team to understand messaging needs and translate them into compelling, visually-driven content.
• Provide art direction and oversee the work of freelance designers and external agencies/vendors
• Communicate with stakeholders and vendors to fully grasp design needs and deliverables.
• Manage a wide array of concurrent design projects.
• Stay up-to-date on design trends and technologies to continuously improve the visual impact and effectiveness of internal communications.
• Partner cross-functionally with regional operations, HR, and other stakeholders to understand business priorities and tailor content accordingly.
• Champion the company's brand identity and ensure all creative work adheres to brand standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in design - Knowledge of branding guidelines and corporate identity, visual design, print and digital layout design
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field
• Few years of professional graphic design experience, with a strong focus on branding and design systems
• Exceptional portfolio showcasing branding projects and design systems, demonstrating the ability to create design guidelines and a strong understanding of visual hierarchy, typography, and color theory
• Proficiency in design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to translate business requirements into creative, on-brand design solutions
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts and strategies to stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with motion design and video editing is a bonus
• Previous agency experience is a plus

Do you enjoy creating beautiful design work that will be seen by Amazon employees across Europe and even the world? Amazon is seeking a talented and experienced Design Lead to join the Creative Services Team supporting Operations Internal Communications (OIC) for Europe. The right candidate will join our team of UK-based communications experts to create engaging, on-brand content that effectively informs and inspires our 200,000+ European employees who fulfill orders and deliver smiles for Amazon customers every day.